October 2014 archive

Oct 31

MIDDLE SCHOOLS: Announcing One-Day Workshop (Uncovering the Source of Student Learning Challenges: Analyzing and Interpreting Data) Sponsored by the Regional Educational Laboratory (REL) Appalachia

Regional Educational Laboratory (REL) Appalachia is offering a complimentary one-day workshop for middle school teachers and leaders to use data to identify students’ learning challenges and improve student achievement. Regional Educational Laboratory (REL) Appalachia is one of ten federal RELs administered by the U.S. Department of Education’s Institute of Education Sciences (IES). The one-day workshop …

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Oct 31

Secondary Student use of Password Manager

In preparation for the implementation of student use of the Password Manager self-service tool, a process is being implemented to support school administrators who need immediate access to student systems. In the event that a principal, assistant or associate principal needs to access a student’s computer, PowerSchool, SchoolSpace, or HCPS Google email or Google Drive, …

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Oct 31

Home Rules vs. School Rules Workshop

Please see the attached information about next month’s “Home Rules vs. School Rules Workshop”. Help us spread the word! Space is limited. Any RSVPs should be sent to the Department of Foundational Learning & Family Engagement by Nov. 10 . Message from Andy Jenks Additional Resources Document/File   Action Required? by :

Oct 31

Canine Sweeps

Canine Sweeps have begun. You will be notified which day your school is scheduled and you will have the opportunity to identify a time that works best with your school’s schedule. We are working very closely with the police to ensure these sweeps are effective. One way you can help with that is to keep …

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Oct 31

Nutrition Nuggets and Teen Fitness for November

Attached are the November 2014 reproducible newsletters. These newsletters are also on the HCPS website. Please feel free to use them for your school communications and websites. Message from Jamie Holubar Additional Resources Document/File Document/File Action Required? by :

Oct 31

FREE SAT Practice Events

We have just been informed that The Princeton Review will be conducting the events outlined below: Free SAT practice events at Gayton Library. These are open to all students in Henrico County and they can reserve space by clicking on the link below. Feel free to share this with your students and anyone who may …

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Oct 31

Instructional Planner Professional Development Needs Assessment

In preparation for the upcoming Quarterly Meeting, it is our goal to provide you with additional resources and training related to the Instructional Planner. In an effort to get the most bang for the buck, please complete the attached survey to provide us with additional information in regard to your need. Your leadership in implementing …

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Oct 27

We’re now on Facebook!

We now have an “official” HCPS Facebook page. Help us spread the word! Here’s the link: https://www.facebook.com/HenricoCountyPublicSchools Message from Andy Jenks Additional Resources Nothing Action Required? by :  Omega Wilson

Oct 27

Secondary Student Use of Password Manager

Attached, please find important information from Pete Taylor regarding access to a student’s password and student use of Password Manager beginning 10/31/14. Message from Suzanne Nowak Additional Resources Document/File Action Required? by : Omega Wilson

Oct 27

Silence Hurts

by :  Omega Wilson Dear Principals, We have received a number of non-emergency requests for the identification of students using the Silence Hurts anonymous reporting system. It is extremely important to protect the integrity of this system by ensuring that it is truly an anonymous system. Otherwise, word will spread among the students that it …

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